If you want to break into medical sales, there are a certain number of things you need to know. First, you must have some basic medical knowledge, whether it’s from a biology class or an anatomy and physiology course. This will be enough to help you understand exactly what you’re selling and utilize the terminology […]
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When it comes to medical sales, there’s one place every sales rep wants to go: up. They envision themselves as the leader of their team, the manager in charge of the whole sales group or even the company’s CEO. Of course, it’s impossible to work your way up the ladder unless you’ve proven yourself as […]
Nurses seemingly have a leg up when it comes to branching into medical sales. After all, they have plenty of medical knowledge and know what certain medications do, which devices to reach for in certain circumstances and more. However, is it really that easy to go from one job to another? After all, medical sales […]
Did you know most people set goals yet never achieve them? Think for a minute about your New Years’ Resolutions. How many of them have you followed through with over the years? If you answered “none,” then you certainly aren’t alone. The same goes for your goals as a medical sales rep. If you never […]
Having a solid work-life balance is important. However, it can be tough for working mothers to keep everything together. They have to work, care for their kids, keep up a home and more. Without a good balance between all of these tasks, a working mother can end up performing poorly at work, as well as […]
In order to be a successful medical sales representative, you first need to overcome the biggest hurdle: imposter syndrome. A psychological disorder that makes people feel as though they aren’t worthy of their jobs. Imposter syndrome can really hold you back, especially when you’re trying to meet your medical sales goals. So, what is imposter […]
Are you considering a career in medical sales? If so, it’s important to plan your long-term career goals. Planning your career goals will help you focus your job search and make sure you’re on the right track. Your plan should include your short-term and long-term goals, as well as the steps you’ll need to take […]
Careers in medical device sales are highly sought after and very rewarding. But developing your career in the industry can be time-consuming and confusing, especially you don’t have a clear path. No matter how much time you’ve spent as a medical sales rep, there is still an opportunity for advancement. There are a variety of […]
Creating a career where you are in control of your time is the key to work-life balance. Many salespeople feel like they have no control over their day because it’s dictated by their relationships with clients. But if you approach your work with a plan for how you’re going to spend your time, you become […]
Sales success seems easy enough to define. Close the deal, meet the quota, and hit the goal. And that’s all true. Sales numbers can be a great indicator of short term success. However, the most successful salespeople think beyond the next deal or even sales season. They look for ways to grow in their career. […]